Scientist I

Job Summary

The Bel lab at the department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, at the School of Medicine and Public Health, is searching for a full-time scientist to serve as lab manager and be an active, independent and contributing member of the research team. The Bel lab studies the role of environmental and genetic factors in development of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Specifically, the Bel lab focuses on the role of the microbiota and mutation in autophagy genes in regulation of immune responses in the gut. This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility
• Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures
• Assists in development and implementation of lab safety protocols
• Orders and purchases reagents and research equipment
• Assists graduate students and postdoctoral fellows with planning and execution of experiments
• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
• Maintains the lab's mouse colony, including breeding, tagging and genotyping
• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding

Department

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, the Bel Lab. The Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology is dedicated to impactful research, and medical and graduate student teaching, and service to the public and scientific fields in the areas of immunology and infectious diseases. We emphasize a healthy work-life balance and provide a supportive work environment committed to the growth and advancement of our members.

Compensation

The starting salary for the position is $64,000 annually; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage. SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026

Required Qualifications

• 4 years postdoctoral training or equivalent experience in biology is required by the start date of the position.
• Experience in mouse models of inflammation and/or infection.
• Experience in fluorescent microscopy, microbial culturing, flow cytometry, ELISA, PCR, mammalian cell culture, immunohistochemistry.
• Proven success in acquiring funding, such as fellowships and research grants.
• Proven success in dissemination of scientific data, such as first-author publications in respected journals and presentation at conferences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in methods used for the study of autophagy in vitro and in vivo.
• Experience in mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students.

Education

Ph.D. in biology, or related field or closely related discipline, is required

Additional Information

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

Contact Information

Lily Schafer, lbschafer@wisc.edu, 608-263-5443 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.